Sage the Tea Maker Compact User manual

the Tea Maker™Compact
STM700
QUICK GUIDE

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SAGE®
RECOMMENDS
SAFETY FIRST
At Sage®we are very safety
conscious. We design and
manufacture consumer
products with the safety of
you, our valued customer,
foremost in mind. In addition
we ask that you exercise a
degree of care when using
any electrical appliance
and adhere to the following
precautions.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USE AND SAVE
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
• A downloadable version of this
document is also available at
sageappliances.com
• Before using for the rst time
please ensure that your electricity
supply is the same as shown on
the rating label on the underside
of the appliance. If you have any
concerns please contact your
local electricity company.
• Remove and safely discard
any packaging materials
before rst use.
• To eliminate a choking hazard
for young children, safely
discard the protective cover
tted to the power plug.
• This appliance has been
designed specically for the
purpose of heating and boiling
quality drinking water and tea
only. Under no circumstances
should this product be used
to heat or boil any other liquids
or foodstus.
• Position the appliance on a
stable, heat resistant, level,
dry surface away from the
edge and do not operate on
or near a heat source such as
a hot plate, oven or gas hob.
• Do not place the appliance
on or near a hot gas burner,
electric element or where it
could touch a heated oven.
• Position the appliance at least
20cm from walls or heat/steam
sensitive materials and provide
adequate space above and on
all sides for air circulation.
• Do not operate the kettle on
sink drain board.
2Important Safeguards
6Components
8Functions
11 Care & Cleaning
13 Troubleshooting
Contents

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• Always ensure the appliance
is properly assembled before
connecting to a power outlet and
operating. Follow the instructions
provided in this book.
• The installation of a residual
current safety switch is
recommended to provide
additional safety when using
all electrical appliances.
Safety switches with a rated
operating current not more
than 30mA are recommended.
Consult an electrician for
professional advice.
• The glass jug must be used only
with the power base supplied.
Do not use on a range top.
• The appliance is not intended
to be operated by means of
an external timer or separate
remote control system.
• Do not touch hot surfaces.
Use the handle for lifting and
carrying the glass jug.
• Attach the jug lid securely to
the glass jug before operation.
• Do not place anything on top
of the lid.
• Do not open the jug lid during
operation as scalding may occur.
• Extreme caution must be
used when moving the glass
jug containing hot liquid.
• Use caution when pouring water
from the glass jug as boiling
water and steam will scald. Do
not pour the water too quickly.
• To avoid scalding, never ll the
glass jug past the ‘WATER MAX’
(when heating water) or ‘TEA
MAX’ (when brewing tea) line
markings.
• Do not operate the appliance
without water. Always ll the glass
jug to at least the ‘MIN’ marking.
Should it be operated without
water, the boil-dry protection will
shut the power o automatically.
Allow the appliance to cool before
relling.
WARNING
• Do not remove the glass jug from
the power base during heating
or when the basket is in operation.
Ensure the appliance has
completed the water heating or
tea brewing cycle before
removing the glass jug from the
power base.
• The use of accessory attachments
not recommended by Sage®
may result in re, electric shock
or injury to persons.
• Always ensure the appliance
is turned OFF, unplugged at
the power outlet and has been
allowed to cool before cleaning,
attempting to move or storing.
• When the appliance is not in
use or when left unattended,
disconnect the power cord
from the wall outlet.

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• Allow the appliance to
cool down in between
brewing cycles.
• Keep the glass jug clean.
Follow the cleaning instruction
provided in this book.
• Do not use harsh abrasives
or caustic cleaners when
cleaning this appliance.
• Children should not play
with the appliance.
• The glass jug has been
specially treated to make it
stronger, more durable and
safer than ordinary glass,
however it is not unbreakable.
If dropped or struck extremely
hard, it may break or weaken,
and could at a later time shatter
into many small pieces without
apparent cause.
• Any maintenance other than
cleaning should be performed
by an authorised Sage®
service centre.
• The appliance can be used
by children aged 8 or older
and persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or a lack of
experience and knowledge,
only if they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance
in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
• Children should not play
with the appliance.
• Always turn the appliance to
the OFF position, switch o at
the power outlet and unplug
at the power outlet when the
appliance is not in use.
WARNING
• Do not wash jug exterior under
running water.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
FOR ALL
ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCES
• Fully unwind the power cord
before operating.
• This appliance is for household
use only. Do not use the
appliance for anything other
than its intended use. Do not
use in moving vehicles or
boats. Do not use outdoors.
Misuse may cause injury.

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• Do not let the power cord hang
over the edge of a bench or
table, touch hot surfaces or
become knotted.
• Close supervision is necessary
when any appliance is used by
or near children.
• Cleaning of the appliance
should not be carried out by
children unless they are 8 years
or older and supervised.
• The appliance and its cord
should be kept out of reach
of children aged 8 years
and younger.
• Do not use the appliance if the
power cord, power plug, or
appliance becomes damaged
in any way. If damaged and
maintenance other than
cleaning is required please
contact Sage Customer Service
or go to sageappliances.com
WARNING
• Do not operate the appliance
on an inclined surface.
• Do not move the appliance
while it is switched on.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
The symbol shown
indicates that this appliance
should not be disposed of
in normal household waste.
It should be taken to a local
authority waste collection centre
designated for this purpose or to
a dealer providing this service.
For more information, please
contact your local council oce.
To protect against electric
shock, do not immerse
the glass jug base, power base,
power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture to come
in contact with these parts.
Avoid spilling water onto the
power base’s connector.
Do not immerse the glass jug
or the power base for cleaning.

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B
F
G
I
H
E
K
J
C
A
D
Rating Information
220–240V ~ 50-60Hz 1380W-1600W
A. Jug Lid
B. Scale Filter
C. Tea Basket Lid
D. Tea Basket
E. Handle
F. Jug Post
G. Glass Jug
1000ml water max. 800ml tea max.
H. Immersed Temperature Sensor
I. Tea Scoop
J. Power Base
K. Cord Storage
Concealed under power base.
Components

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Components
Q
P
L
M
N O
L. STRENGTH button
Preset brew times recommended for mild,
medium and strong brews of each tea type.
M. Tea strength indicator
N. SELECT/TEMP button
Select the tea type/brew temperature
recommended for green, white, oolong,
herbal and black teas.
O. Temperature/tea type indicator
P. KEEP WARM button
Keeps brewed tea or heated water warm
for up to 60 minutes.
Q. START/CANCEL button
Starts and stops the heating cycle.

8
Functions
BEFORE FIRST USE
In order to remove any dust or protective
residues from the manufacturing process,
it is recommended to run a boiling cycle then
discard the water.
1. Remove and safely discard any packing
material, promotional labels and tape from
the Tea Maker™ Compact.
2. Remove the jug lid then remove the tea
basket from the magnetic jug post within
the glass jug.Wash the jug lid, tea basket,
basket lid and tea scoop in warm soapy
water with a soft sponge; rise and dry
thoroughly.
WARNING
Never immerse the base of the glass jug,
the power base, power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture to come into contact
with these parts.
3. Place the power base on a at,
dry surface.
4. Without the tea basket in place, ll the
glass jug to the WATER MAX marking
(1000ml) and place on the power base.
Securely t the jug lid onto the glass jug.
WARNING
Never ll the glass jug with chilled water.
Allow the Tea Maker™ Compact to cool
before relling.
WARNING
Filling past the MAX line may result in serious
burns or injuries as a result of overowing hot
or boiling water. Filling below the MIN line will
result in the Tea Maker™ Compact switching
o before the water has boiled or reached the
selected temperature.
5. Unwind the power cord completely
and insert the power plug into
a grounded wall outlet.
6. Use the SELECT/TEMP button to select
BLACK / 100°, then select the START/
CANCEL button.The light will change
from red to white, indicating that the
heating cycle is in progress.
7. Once the water has reached the
selected temperature, the tea maker
will beep 3 times.
8. Discard the water.The Tea Maker™
Compact is now ready for use.
BREWING TEA
1. Fill the glass jug with the desired amount
of water. Ensure that you ll past the MIN
mark and equal to or below the MAX
mark. Note the MAX mark when brewing
tea is 800ml.
2. Place the tea basket on a at, dry surface.
Remove the basket lid by lifting it from
the sides.
3. Use the provided tea scoop to ll the tea
basket with tea leaves. As a general guide,
use 1 scoop of tea per cup / 250ml of
water; however, this will depend on the tea
instructions and your personal preference.
Water to tea scoop ratio
500mL 2 scoops
750mL 3 scoops
4. Replace the basket lid and ensure it is
securely clipped into place.
5. Attach the tea basket to the jug post inside
the glass jug.

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6. Replace the jug lid securely onto the
glass jug, ensuring the lter aligns with
the jug spout.
SELECTING THE TEA TYPE
1. The tea type determines the brew
temperature.The Tea Maker™ Compact
has 5 preset tea types recommend for
optimal brewing of Green, White, Oolong,
Herbal and Black teas.
TEA TYPE Green White Oolong Herbal Black
Preset Brew Temp 80°C 85°C 90°C 95°C 100°C
Strength
(mins)
Mild 23343
Medium 34454
Strong 45565
NOTE
This product is not calibrated for commercial
or scientic use. Temperatures may vary
-+3°C, which is within range for optimal
brewing for each tea variety.
2. Press the SELECT / TEMP button until the
desired tea/temperature is illuminated.
The desired brew strength determines the
brew times.The correct brew time
depends on the tea type and your
personal preference of strength.The Tea
Maker™ Compact allows you to choose
from mild, medium and strong tea brews.
3. Press the STRENGTH button to select the
desired strength / steeping time. Refer to
the TEA TYPE table above for steeping
times. Selecting the kettle setting will boil
water to the desired temperature but will
not operate the tea basket.
4. Press the START / CANCEL button
to start heating.
5. Once the selected brew temperature is
reached, the tea basket will automatically
lower into the heated water. It will stay in
this position until the brew time has lapsed.
6. At the end of the tea brewing cycle, the tea
basket will automatically rise to the top of
the glass jug to prevent over-brewing.The
tea alert will sound 3 times, to indicate your
tea is ready.
WARNING
The tea basket is hot to touch after the tea
is brewed. Ensure that the tea basket handle
has cooled before handling.
KEEP WARM
If selected prior to heating, keep warm will last
for 60 minutes after tea is brewed.When the
glass jug is removed from the power base,
the keep warm function will cancel.
To reactivate for another 60 minutes place the
glass jug with the remaining tea back on the
power base and press KEEP WARM, the light
will illuminate when this is selected.
BOILING WATER
To boil water, remove the tea basket and ll
the glass jug with water. Replace the jug lid
and place the glass jug on the power base.
Select the desired temperature by pressing
the SELECT / TEMP button then press the
STRENGTH button to select KETTLE.

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Care & Cleaning
CLEANING THE GLASS JUG
• After each use, empty the glass jug.
Do not allow brewed tea to stand overnight.
Allow the glass jug to fully cool before
cleaning.
• Wipe the interior of the glass jug with a soft
damp sponge or rinse with warm water.
• Wipe the exterior of the glass jug with a soft
damp cloth to clean.
WARNING
Never immerse or wash exterior of glass jug
under running water.
NOTE
Do not use chemicals, steel wool, or abrasive
cleaners to clean the inside or outside of the
glass jug as these may scratch the surface.
• To remove the build-up of tannin; the
astringent chemical constituent of tea,
remove the tea basket, ll the glass jug
with water up to the MAX mark, bring water
to the boil and allow to cool for one minute.
Add the contents of the Sage Tea Maker
Cleaner (available at Sage web page) and
allow to stand for 5 minutes.
Empty tea maker, rell with fresh water
and bring water to the boil. Repeat this
step again then rinse the inside of the
glass jug thoroughly. Dry thoroughly with
a soft, lint-free cloth before using.
NOTE
Through regular use over time, scale build-up
can aect the performance and the life of the
Tea Maker™ Compact. Lime and phosphate
are common forms of scale that can damage
your Sage Tea Maker™ Compact. Lime
scale, a harmless mineral, comes in the
appearance of white-coloured or rusty
looking build up on the inner walls and inner
base of the glass jug. Phosphate scale can’t
be seen; however it can cause the water to
appear cloudy when heated.To prevent scale
from damaging your Tea Maker™ Compact,
ensure to descale the glass jug regularly. Use
the Sage Descaler (available at Sage web
page) and follow the instructions.
NOTE
Allow all parts of the Tea Maker™ Compact
to cool completely before disassembling
and cleaning.
WARNING
Never immerse the base of the glass jug, jug
lid, power base, power cord or power plug in
water or allow moisture to come in contact
with these parts.
CLEANING THE BASKET
• Wash the basket lid and tea basket in warm,
soapy water with a soft sponge, then rinse
and dry thoroughly.

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Troubleshooting
PROBLEM WHAT TO DO
The Tea Maker™
Compact does
not switch on
• Check the power plug is securely inserted into the outlet.
• Insert the power plug into an independent outlet.
• Insert the power plug into a dierent outlet.
• Reset the circuit breaker if necessary.
• For additional safety the Tea Maker™ Compact is tted with a thermal
cut out. In the event of severe overheating, the Tea Maker™ Compact
will automatically shut down to prevent further damage
The Tea Maker™
Compact power base
does not illuminate
and functions cannot
be selected.
• Remove the power plug from the wall outlet, then reinsert. Remove
and replace the glass jug from the power base. All buttons should
now illuminate and the Tea Maker™ Compact is ready for use.
The Tea Maker™
Compact does
not work
• Check the glass jug is securely positioned on the power base.
I cannot select a
certain function • Certain features cannot be selected or changed during the heating or brewing cycle. LED lights surrounding the buttons will indicate
the availability of the functions.
After boiling
water, bubbles
appear around the
temperature sensor
• This is normal for the functionality of the Tea Maker™ Compact.
My tea tastes too
weak or too strong • Ensure the correct strength was selected prior to brewing.
• Follow the cleaning instructions in this booklet.
The tea basket
is not moving • The tea basket will not move during the heat up cycle.
• The tea basket will only start moving once the selected temperature has
been reached.The tea basket will remain lowered until the steeping time
has passed.
• Remove the plug from the wall outlet, wait 10 seconds then reinsert the plug.
• A non-abrasive liquid cleanser or mild spray
solution may be used to avoid build-up of
stains on the basket. Apply the cleaner to the
sponge, not directly onto the basket surface,
before cleaning.
• Let all surfaces dry thoroughly before using.
CLEANING THE POWER BASE
• Wipe the power base with
a soft-damp sponge.
• Let all surfaces dry thoroughly prior to
inserting the power plug into the wall outlet.
STORAGE
• Ensure the Tea Maker™ Compact
is switched o, cleaned and completely
dry before storing.
• Ensure that the tea basket is correctly
assembled.
• Ensure that the jug lid is securely in place
on he glass jug.
• Wrap the power cord around the power cord
storage under the power base.
• Store the Tea Maker™ Compact upright on
the power base. Do not store anything on top.

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